Electrician at Lake County Electricians JATC
at Lake County Electricians JATC in Merrillville, IN
About This Program
Lake County Electricians J.A.T.C. sponsors this electrician apprenticeship in Merrillville, IN. The program is employer-sponsored and provides a structured pathway into the electrical trade for individuals looking to build a lasting career in skilled construction. Apprentices are paid for their work throughout the full duration of training.
This five-year, time-based program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside experienced electricians on real job sites, learning to install, repair, and maintain electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial environments. Classroom instruction covers electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, conduit installation, circuit analysis, and jobsite safety.
After successfully completing the program, apprentices advance to journeyman electrician status — a credential recognized across the industry. This achievement opens pathways to higher wages, greater job stability, and opportunities for advancement into supervisory or specialized electrical roles.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$30
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
576
Duration
5 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
How to Apply
Electrician Career Outlook
National Median
$29.61/hr
~$61,588.8/yr
Apprentice Start
$15/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Electrician employment is projected to grow significantly, driven by construction activity, renewable energy expansion, and EV infrastructure buildout. The increasing electrification of buildings and transportation systems creates strong long-term demand. Licensed electricians with experience in solar, battery storage, or industrial controls are especially sought after.
What to Expect as an Electrician Apprentice
Duration
5 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~32 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (8,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
576 hours of related technical instruction (~115 hours/year)
Paid Training
You earn a wage from day one, starting at a percentage of the journeyman rate and increasing as you progress
Time-based program: You'll progress through the program based on completing a set number of hours in both on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
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